10/10 Excellent
Anne
20 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anne
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Empire Backpackers
1.5 star property
Travelers find convenience at this Sydney hostel with practical laundry facilities and luggage storage that keeps them mobile while exploring the city
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Empire Backpackers, in Sydney's heart, offers practical amenities enhancing the travel experience. Guests appreciate laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and luggage storage for easier city exploration. The smoke-free property connects visitors to nearby attractions.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
- Kitchen
Room options
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Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
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Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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King Single, Shared Bathroom
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Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Large Twin Bed
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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom
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Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
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Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom
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Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom
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Shared/communal kitchen
- Sleeps 3
- 3 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Oamaru is home to Empire Backpackers. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Gardens, while Steam Train and Auto Museum are cultural highlights. Whitestone Cheese Factory and Totara Estate are also worth visiting. Visit our Oamaru travel guide
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13 Thames Street, Oamaru, OTAGO, 9400
What's nearby
Steampunk HQ2 min walk - 0.2 km
Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct5 min walk - 0.5 km
Oamaru Harbour6 min walk - 0.6 km- North Otago Museum2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Oamaru Hospital3 min walk - 0.3 km
Restaurants
- Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli5 min drive
- Coast13 min drive
- Indian Kitchen Restaurant4 min drive
- Harbour St Bakery4 min walk
- McDonald's11 min walk
About this property
Empire Backpackers
Property highlights
Empire Backpackers provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
- Free self parking
- Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Empire Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- No housekeeping service
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Shower
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Shared kitchen access
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Empire Backpackers pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Empire Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Empire Backpackers?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Empire Backpackers located?
Situated in Oamaru, this hostel is steps from Forrester Gallery, National Bank, and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail. St Lukes Anglican Church and North Otago Museum are just steps away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Empire Backpackers Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
10 - Excellent
2
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
8 - Good
2
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Pei-Hsuan
19 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen was very clean.In particular,the hostel staff is very nice!
Pei-Hsuan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
11 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
市内中心部にあって便利。施設は古めかしいが清潔にしている。
市内中心部にあって便利です。朝10時頃に行ったのだが、すぐにチェックインさせてくれた。施設は全般的に古めかしいが、清潔にしている。共用台所は使いやすい。
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
8 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A lady at reception said I was only guest at the room but it was not. That was okay.. However, although the room was quite big, there was only one small heater which didn't really work. The kitchen is pretty neat and the shower room as well, anyway. Just staying and sleeping are no problem.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
Daniel
5 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Daniel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019